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• Notts County 0-1 Cambridge United

  22-11-2016 23:42 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Cambridge boss Shaun Derry makes it three wins out of three against his old club Notts County with victory at Meadow Lane.
  
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• Mansfield Town 1-0 Blackpool

  22-11-2016 23:38 via bbc.co.uk
  
  New Mansfield boss Steve Evans makes it two home wins in four days after a 1-0 victory over high-flying Blackpool.
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published John Sheridan tells Notts County players 'I'm right behind you'

  22-11-2016 23:24
  
  John Sheridan urged his players to trust he is right behind them as Notts County's dismal home record continued against Cambridge United.Conor Newton's goal in the first half was enough to separate the two teams and give old Magpies boss Shaun Derry a third successive win against his old club.Notts did have chances to equalise most notably through Genaro Snijders, who missed when through on goal, while Aaron Collins was denied at the death.Read more: Former boss Shaun Derry returns to haunt...
  
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• Leigh_Curtis commented John Sheridan tells Notts County players 'I'm right behind you'

  22-11-2016 23:24
  
  John Sheridan urged his players to trust he is right behind them as Notts County's dismal home record continued against Cambridge United.Conor Newton's goal in the first half was enough to separate the two teams and give old Magpies boss Shaun Derry a third successive win against his old club.Notts did have chances to equalise most notably through Genaro Snijders, who missed when through on goal, while Aaron Collins was denied at the death.Read more: Former boss Shaun Derry returns to haunt...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Super sub Danny Rose hits injury time winner for Mansfield Town

  22-11-2016 23:05
  
  Danny Rose was Mansfield Town's super sub in a 1-0 victory against Blackpool in League Two.The striker came off the bench and scored an injury time winner for the Stags as they made it two wins out of two under new boss Steve Evans.It looked like they would have to settle for a point, following victory over Crawley Town in Evans' first match in charge, but Rose popped up with the winner in stoppage time.Mansfield started brightly, Oscar Gobern firing an early shot just wide from 30 yards.Ashley.
  
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• Leigh_Curtis published Former boss Shaun Derry returns to haunt Notts County yet again

  22-11-2016 22:51
  
  Shaun Derry made it three wins out of three against his old club Notts County as his Cambridge United side secured victory at Meadow Lane.Conor Newton's goal was the difference between the sides as John Sheridan's hopes of a response to Saturday's defeat to Newport failed to produce a win.Derry's success meant it was the third successive victory he has enjoyed over Notts since he was sacked by the club in March last year.For current Notts boss Sheridan it was another frustrating performance in..
  
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• Where does Nicklas Bendtner fit into this Nottingham Forest team? - Nottingham Post

  22-11-2016 21:45
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  Where does Nicklas Bendtner fit into this Nottingham Forest team?
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  With Britt Assombalonga in fine form for Nottingham Forest, and the Reds having found a system which works, reporter Sarah Clapson looks at what that might mean for Nicklas Bendtner when the Dane returns from injury. "Like Britt, it would be great if I ...and more »
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented Where does Nicklas Bendtner fit into this Nottingham Forest team?

  22-11-2016 21:14
  
  With Britt Assombalonga in fine form for Nottingham Forest, and the Reds having found a system which works, reporter Sarah Clapson looks at what that might mean for Nicklas Bendtner when the Dane returns from injury."Like Britt, it would be great if I could pick up where I left off." Speaking less than a fortnight ago, Nicklas Bendtner was full of hope for his Nottingham Forest return.But has the form of his team-mate limited his chances of doing just that?For much of this season Reds...
  
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• TomNorton published Sherwood shop staff robbed at knifepoint

  22-11-2016 21:03
  
  Shop staff were robbed at knife point during a raid in Sherwood. Two men entered the Budgens store on Mansfield Road at 10pm on Monday night and threatened staff with a knife and a knuckle duster - a large quantity of cash was stolen.Read more: Two charged after men suffered head injuries in alleged assaultOne man is described as black, around 6ft 2ins tall and of a medium athletic build. He was wearing a black jacket with a hood and mask concealing his face and black trousers.The second man is.
  
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• TomNorton published Care home branded 'inadequate' for third time in one year

  22-11-2016 20:12
  
  A care home which vowed to make improvements after a series of abysmal inspections has again failed to meet standards.The Victoria Cottage Residential Home in Station Road, Lowdham, has been branded inadequate twice this year by watchdogs the Care Quality Commission over a catalogue of failures. The care home, run by Sun Care Homes Ltd, was told to improve by the health service inspectors in February and June.It was visited by the CQC in October and a new report shows they were branded...
  
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• Guy Moussi shows 'good attitude' when pulling on Nottingham ... - Nottingham Post

  22-11-2016 20:11
  
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  Fans' favourite Guy Moussi has done himself no harm in his search for a new club, after playing 90 minutes for Nottingham Forest's Under-23s. But it is ...and more »
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Guy Moussi shows 'good attitude' when pulling on Nottingham...

  22-11-2016 20:02
  
  Fans' favourite Guy Moussi has done himself no harm in his search for a new club, after playing 90 minutes for Nottingham Forest's Under-23s. But it is understood the midfielder is unlikely to be offered a deal with the Reds. Moussi has been training with Philippe Montanier's team for the last few weeks as he looks to maintain his fitness while trying to secure a move, having left Finnish side HJK Helsinki. And he played a key part in the reserves' 2-1 Central League Cup victory over...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson published Guy Moussi shows the kind of form that made him Forest fans'...

  22-11-2016 19:14
  
  Ben Brereton has stolen the headlines in recent weeks with his goalscoring prowess for Nottingham Forest Under-23s. The striker played his part again as the Reds beat Mansfield Town 2-1 in the Central League Cup, but it was team-mate Anthony Wright who bagged the goals. It was Forest's first win in the group stage of the competition, having lost their opening match to Shrewsbury Town, while Stags are yet to register a point from their three games.
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• Nottingham Post published Modern family home in Gamston will cost you £1,300 pcm to...

  22-11-2016 18:50
  
  It has a modern family feel and is yet a relatively new build, Cumbria Grange and its ideal location is perfect for a new family wanting to make new cherished memories.This family corner plot detached home boasts four bedrooms, three doubles and one single, as well as three reception rooms.This property will be let on an unfurnished basis, but with kitchen appliances, fitted wardrobes to the three double bedrooms and external storage sheds all included.The spacious property has been recently...
  
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• TracyWalker published Parents mount campaign to allow children to attend same school as...

  22-11-2016 18:26
  
  Parents have handed a 4,000-name petition to Nottinghamshire County Council calling for the authority to allow siblings to attend the same schools.The county council changed its policy so that families living in catchment areas were given priority on school places over those who already have a child at the school but live further away.But now a group called Fairness 4 Siblings has got together to pressure the council to overturn its decision, which they say has "created a nightmare"...
  
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• Barry_Cooper commented Nottingham Forest fans 'would love' Guy Moussi back

  22-11-2016 18:02
  
  Nottingham Forest fans were left somewhat surprised on Tuesday afternoon, when a familiar name appeared on the Reds under-23s' teamsheet.Jack Lester's side were taking on Mansfield Town in the Central League Cup at the Nigel Doughty Academy, when the name of former player Guy Moussi appeared alongside the likes of Jack Hobbs and Hildeberto Pereira.Without a club since a short spell in Finland ended last season, Moussi has been a regular at Forest's Wilford Lane training base following the...
  
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• NottmPostEG published Why hasn't Reverend Kate Bottley been on Gogglebox?

  22-11-2016 18:00
  
  If you're wondering where Reverend Kate Bottley has gone on Gogglebox, don't fear - she hasn't quit. The vicar, who lives in Blyth, is known for her frequent appearances on Channel 4's Gogglebox but has recently been missing from the show.Recently replying to one of her 80,000 followers on Twitter - who was questioning why she is missing from this year's series - the reverend revealed she and husband Graham are taking a break to support their daughter whilst she undertakes her GCSEs. Read more:.
  
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• Nottingham Post published Hefty court bill for man who downed 15 pints and caused trouble...

  22-11-2016 17:58
  
  A man got a £453 bill after downing 15 pints and causing bother at Nottingham railway station. Lee Marsden, 36, told city magistrates: "I have now stopped drinking because I keep getting into this stupid mess all the time. Sorry for my behaviour."The court heard that a security officer asked him to stop shouting and swearing at the station on November 6.Police had to be called but he kept causing trouble, said Leanne Townsend, prosecuting."He said he had 15 pints and was...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented Hefty court bill for man who downed 15 pints and caused trouble...

  22-11-2016 17:58
  
  A man got a £453 bill after downing 15 pints and causing bother at Nottingham railway station. Lee Marsden, 36, told city magistrates: "I have now stopped drinking because I keep getting into this stupid mess all the time. Sorry for my behaviour."The court heard that a security officer asked him to stop shouting and swearing at the station on November 6.Police had to be called but he kept causing trouble, said Leanne Townsend, prosecuting."He said he had 15 pints and was...
  
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• MattJarram published What a load of baubles! Council mistakenly hangs Christmas light...

  22-11-2016 17:47
  
  Residents might have to stand on their heads if they want a good look at one of the Christmas lights on Sneinton Dale – as it has been mistakenly hung the wrong way.Residents were amused to find that a large festive light had been installed upside down in the run up to the big Christmas Lights Switch-On.The large light on Sneinton Dale is of a giant bauble and mistletoe. The discovery was made on Tuesday, November 22, as the lights had just been installed.Read more: Notts HS2 station...
  
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• MattJarram commented What a load of baubles! Council mistakenly hangs Christmas light...

  22-11-2016 17:47
  
  Residents might have to stand on their heads if they want a good look at one of the Christmas lights on Sneinton Dale – as it has been mistakenly hung the wrong way.Residents were amused to find that a large festive light had been installed upside down in the run up to the big Christmas Lights Switch-On.The large light on Sneinton Dale is of a giant bauble and mistletoe. The discovery was made on Tuesday, November 22, as the lights had just been installed.Read more: Notts HS2 station...
  
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• rsherdley published 'Survivalist' on trial for having gunpowder at home denies being...

  22-11-2016 17:27
  
  A self-proclaimed survivalist said it was 'kind of ridiculous' and 'like going to war with a bow and arrow against ISIS' as he defended himself in court against claims he was creating an arsenal of weapons to use against the terrorist group.Giving evidence at Nottingham Crown Court, keen camper Roger Smith, of Summerwood Lane, Clifton, described his cluttered home as being "like a bomb's hit it" and himself as a survivalist - like Bear Grylls, the TV personality who survives in the...
  
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• Nottingham Post published The stunning old railway station that didn't have a town

  22-11-2016 17:25
  
  An award-winning train station that disappeared from the local railway scene nearly 50 years ago is remembered in a new book by a man who began his British Rail career there. ANDY SMART reportsIT was once at the hub of a busy rail network – yet was situated in the middle of nowhere.Trent Station was unusual in that it didn't serve any community. It was a station without a town; no buses passed by, there was no taxi rank – and passengers had to walk more than half a mile from Long...
  
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• Nottingham Post commented The stunning old railway station that didn't have a town

  22-11-2016 17:25
  
  An award-winning train station that disappeared from the local railway scene nearly 50 years ago is remembered in a new book by a man who began his British Rail career there. ANDY SMART reportsIT was once at the hub of a busy rail network – yet was situated in the middle of nowhere.Trent Station was unusual in that it didn't serve any community. It was a station without a town; no buses passed by, there was no taxi rank – and passengers had to walk more than half a mile from Long...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Court case against 'dead' woman adjourned

  22-11-2016 17:19
  
  A court case against a woman who is believed to be dead was adjourned when it was called before Nottingham magistrates. JPs were told that Adelle Macleod died three weeks ago but her family was still awaiting the result of a post mortem.Ian Carter, defending, added: "She was found dead in her flat in the morning. There is nothing suspicious but she was only around 38."The court will require a death certificate," Mr Carter added. Read more: Elderly shoppers targeted by purse...
  
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• stewartthorpe published Bobbers Mill's new McDonald's is set to open to the public

  22-11-2016 17:13
  
  McDonald's is set to open its latest branch within the walls of a former pub in Bobbers Mill.At the site of the Wheatsheaf pub, in Nuthall Road, the fast food chain will open a 24 hour fast food restaurant, complete with a dual drive-thru, self-service machines and the former pub's sign, which is displayed in the lobby. Read more: Nottingham restaurant offering bottomless prosecco and beer on New Year's EveStapleford-born franchisee Jerry Nicholls, who owns six other branches of McDonald's in...
  
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• stewartthorpe commented Bobbers Mill's new McDonald's is set to open to the public

  22-11-2016 17:13
  
  McDonald's is set to open its latest branch within the walls of a former pub in Bobbers Mill.At the site of the Wheatsheaf pub, in Nuthall Road, the fast food chain will open a 24 hour fast food restaurant, complete with a dual drive-thru, self-service machines and the former pub's sign, which is displayed in the lobby. Read more: Nottingham restaurant offering bottomless prosecco and beer on New Year's EveStapleford-born franchisee Jerry Nicholls, who owns six other branches of McDonald's in...
  
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• stewartthorpe commented When to watch Nottingham Forest on Sky TV in November and...

  22-11-2016 17:09
  
  Millions could tune in to watch Nottingham Forest as a number of the Reds' games are set to be on TV over the festive period.Following last Friday's 2-0 win over Ipswich Town - which was also televised - Forest will have all three of their next games televised on Sky.On Saturday, November 25, Forest play Barnsley away at Oakwell from 7.45pm. Read more: Nottingham Forest, Notts County and Mansfield Town release their Christmas jumpersOn Friday, December 2 they are at home against current...
  
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• Nottingham Post published Medical secretary caught drink-driving after car blew a flat tyre

  22-11-2016 17:08
  
  A medical secretary was caught drink-driving after police saw her car in the middle of a road with a flat tyre, magistrates in Nottingham heard. Anna Morley was trying to get it started when officers arrived and smelt alcohol, said Leanne Townsend, prosecuting.The driver admitted having some wine.A 23-month driving ban was imposed on Morley, 34, of Furlong Street, Arnold.She admitted driving with 92 micrograms of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath, 57 over the legal limit, on Bestwood Park...
  
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• Sarah_Clapson commented Could Guy Moussi be on his way back to Nottingham Forest?

  22-11-2016 16:51
  
  Guy Moussi was back in a Nottingham Forest shirt this afternoon, playing for the Reds' Under-23s. His appearance sparked speculation on social media that the midfielder could be heading back to the City Ground. Moussi has been training with Forest for the past few weeks as he searches for a new club, after leaving Finnish side HJK Helsinki. And he played the full 90 minutes at the Nigel Doughty Academy as Jack Lester's team triumphed over Mansfield Town, 2-1, in the Central League...
  
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• isaacashe published Elderly shoppers targeted by purse thieves

  22-11-2016 16:50
  
  Elderly shoppers are being warned to be aware while out and about in Mansfield and Sutton in Ashfield.Nottinghamshire Police say they are linking several purse thefts in the two towns.Six were reported stolen between the hours of 12 noon and 3pm on Tuesday, November 15.Officers believe elderly females are mainly being targeted, normally in confined areas like small shops and shopping queues.Read more: Police divers searching Nottingham canal following fightResidents are now being asked to stay..
  
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• MattJarram published Meet the mum who met a special young lad - and raised £16,0...

  22-11-2016 16:44
  
  A Nottingham mum single-handedly organised the Little Footprints Ball and raised £16,000 for a local disabled children's charity after meeting an inspirational young boy.Mother-of-two Lisa Fox, aged 41, of Basford, was so inspired by a special young boy who appeared on a Children in Need video that she set out on a mission to help children just like him. Lisa first met Logan Scothern at a charity event at the Southbank Bar in Nottingham last year. The 11-year-old suffers from cerebral...
  
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• DanRobinson published Furniture firm's sofas on their way to Europe after expansion...

  22-11-2016 16:35
  
  A furniture supplier is taking its sofas, bedframes and tables across Europe after expanding its product line and moving into a new £3m headquarters.Living Online Limited has relocated from a 30,000 sq ft site in Long Eaton to a 154,000 sq ft warehouse in Sandiacre.The move, which was supported by a £1.7m loan from Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking, has enabled the company to begin exporting furniture to customers in France, Sweden and Germany.Dimitri Pappas, managing director at Living
  
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• stewartthorpe published Vicky McClure and Aisling Loftus to appear in special Playhouse...

  22-11-2016 16:28
  
  Television Workshop graduates Vicky McClure and Aisling Loftus are set to appear in the Playhouse's 40th anniversary production of Touched.The two talents of This Is England and Mr Selfridge fame respectively, feature in the line-up for the milestone production of the World War Two drama. BAFTA award-winning actress Vicky McClure will take on her first major stage role as Sandra whilst Aisling Loftus will play Joan. Co-starring alongside the duo is Sarah Beck Mather, who is best known for her...
  
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• isaacashe published Polish police volunteer's work translates into award

  22-11-2016 16:28
  
  A Polish woman who volunteers for the police helping to bridge communication barriers has been handed an award.Shirebrook resident Natalia Witczak was one of a number of officers and members of the public from across Chesterfield, Amber Valley, the High Peak and Derbyshire Dale commended for bravery and outstanding work at a special Derbyshire Police ceremony.Friends and family of the recipients gathered at Chesterfield police station, in Beetwell Street, on Thursday last week to see their loved
  
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• Meet the new boss of Marketing Nottingham and Nottinghamshire - Nottingham Post

  22-11-2016 16:03
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  As the new chief executive of Nottinghamshire's new place marketing organisation, Brendan Moffett is the man charged with highlighting the Nottingham name to a global audience. Just days after starting his new job, he met Dan Robinson to outline his ...and more »
  
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• NottmPostEG published White Lies talk their fourth album and playing at the 'legendary'...

  22-11-2016 16:00
  
  Since the release of their third album Big TV in 2013, London rock-trio White Lies have returned with new music and a 38-date tour across Europe and the UK. Ellie Kemp chats to drummer Jack Lawrence-Brown about the band's fourth album, Friends, going independent and playing Rock CityHow's the tour going?It's going really well, it feels like it's flying by but really it's one of the longest stints of Europe we've done all at once. It's been challenging, but it's been reassuring and really...
  
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• DanRobinson published Meet the new boss of Marketing Nottingham and Nottinghamshire

  22-11-2016 15:39
  
  As the new chief executive of Nottinghamshire's new place marketing organisation, Brendan Moffett is the man charged with highlighting the Nottingham name to a global audience. Just days after starting his new job, he met Dan Robinson to outline his strategy for attracting tourism and inward investment to boost the city's economic growthBrand. Identity. Product. These are all terms more naturally associated with corporations and businesses but for Nottingham, it could be the key to promoting the
  
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• isaacashe published Two charged after men suffered head injuries in alleged assault

  22-11-2016 15:38
  
  Nottinghamshire Police have charged two men in connection with an assault which left two people with head injuries.Two men were taken to the Queen's Medical Centre for treatment to head injuries, which are not believed to be life-threatening, after the incident in Grasby Walk, Clifton, on Saturday, November 19.Police would like to hear from any witnesses to the incident.Jordan Walker, 19, of Farnborough Road, Clifton, and Charlie Sharp, 19, of Southchurch Drive, Clifton, were each charged with..
  
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• isaacashe published From the Queen to Mary Berry - the BBC unveils its Christmas TV...

  22-11-2016 15:22
  
  The Great British Bake Off will return to the BBC for one last time this Christmas as part of a packed line-up of festive favourites.The BBC has today revealed its Christmas line-up across BBC One, BBC Two and BBC Four, which is packed with viewers' favourites and top telly stars.And top billing has to go to Mary, Paul, Mel and Sue, who are eager to taste some Christmas bakes in The Great Christmas Bake Off.Some of The Great British Bake Off's memorable past contestants will dig out their...
  
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• Nottingham Post published How the Internet of Things could affect your business insurance

  22-11-2016 15:15
  
  The Internet of Things (IoT) is a new term entering our vocabulary. However, the impact of IoT will have many varied risk and insurance implications for your business, particularly after May 2018, when new general data protection regulations (GDPR) come in to force. Sally Swann, partner at insurance broker JLT Specialty's Nottingham office, explainsThe Internet of Things (IoT) simply means the fact that most devices, from smart phones to shipping containers to tea kettles and washing machines to
  
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• isaacashe published Do you recognise trio caught on camera following city centre...

  22-11-2016 15:12
  
  Nottinghamshire Police have released images of three people they want to speak to following a report of a fight in Nottingham.Two men suffered facial injuries at around 3am on Wednesday, November 16, outside the Lloyds pub on Carlton Street.The police say it has been reported that three people were involved in a fight among themselves but were joined by three passers-by.Read more: Police divers searching Nottingham canal over affrayThe three men in the photos are all white, of slim builds and...
  
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• TracyWalker commented Nottinghamshire Police accused of being 'racist' over appeal to...

  22-11-2016 15:11
  
  Nottinghamshire Police have been accused of being 'racist' after tweeting an appeal to recruit more officers from minority groups. The force is looking for more staff from ethnic minority groups and the gay community. Its equality and diversity team, @NottsPolEqual, sent out a tweet on Monday, saying: "Notts Police are recruiting PCs Jan 2017. If you're from a BME/LGBT+ group and want to join us, call or text Jo: 07595008494 for more info." The tweet was retweeted by the police's...
  
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• laurahammond published Sex workers in Nottingham are subject to 'horrific and violent...

  22-11-2016 15:08
  
  Sex workers in Nottingham are subjected to 'horrific' and 'violent' attacks on a weekly basis, according to the head of a prostitution outreach charity.Daniela Scotece, chief executive of POW, said that the organisation receives a report of violence against sex workers every week.She said the abuse ranges from name calling to "horrific rapes where people are kidnapped and subjected to brutal attacks".Miss Scotece said: "We have a report of sex violence almost weekly – often...
  
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• DanRobinson published EU rules that prevented Sneinton Market businesses from selling...

  22-11-2016 15:00
  
  Businesses at Sneinton Market can now trade from their own units after EU rules that prevented the practice were overturned by the Government.Until now, companies operating in the market were not allowed to have their own tills or take money directly from customers due to conditions arising from funding.But Nottingham City Council and the Creative Quarter, which run the site, have persuaded the Department for Communities and Local Government to agree that tenants can now trade directly from...
  
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• MattJarram published Notts HS2 station a 'significantly' influenced Boots Island...

  22-11-2016 14:47
  
  The new owners of a major development site in Nottingham have said their capture of the site is 'unlocking a real opportunity' for the city.London-based company Lavignac Securities has bought the 38-acre 'Boots Island' site in the city's Eastside area and hope to combat what they said is a 'lack of office space' in the city.The development is expected to create several thousand jobs in the city and the company's development director, Douglas West, said they hope to submit a planning application.
  
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• MattJarram commented Notts HS2 station 'significantly' influenced Boots Island...

  22-11-2016 14:47
  
  The new owners of a major development site in Nottingham have said their capture of the site is 'unlocking a real opportunity' for the city. London-based company Lavignac Securities has bought the 38-acre 'Boots Island' site in the city's Eastside area and hope to combat what they said is a 'lack of office space' in the city. The development is expected to create several thousand jobs in the city and the company's development director, Douglas West, said they hope to submit a planning...
  
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• isaacashe published Police divers searching Nottingham canal following fight

  22-11-2016 14:43
  
  Police divers are scouring a stretch of the canal in Nottingham city centre following a fight yesterday.Divers have been in the area close to the Waterfront bar since around 10am today (Tuesday), while a nearby worker told the Post that Nottinghamshire Police had been in the area since 7.30am.He said: "There was a police officer standing by the canal where the divers are when I came to work at about 7.30am."The divers turned up about two hours ago and there are two divers looking only...
  
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• NatalieFahy published Nottingham's top spots for mums with babies - as voted for by you

  22-11-2016 14:18
  
  Finding a spot you're comfortable to breastfeed at, or a spacious and clean room to change your little one's nappy is top of any mum's day out checklist. Bottle-fed babies too need a quiet room, free of distractions, to settle down and have a feed in as they get older. And if you've ever tried to get a travel system into a narrow toilet cubicle, you'll know how important a spacious area is. So we asked Nottingham mums on Facebook what their city centre top spots are for a peaceful day...
  
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• JemmaPage published Upgrade to zebra crossing in Netherfield after petition to make...

  22-11-2016 13:51
  
  A zebra crossing branded 'dangerous' by locals will be upgraded by Nottinghamshire County Council to try and make the road safer.A petition, signed by 224 people, requesting that crossings along Victoria Road, in Netherfield, be made safer was submitted to the council in July.And now the council has taken action and agreed to upgrade the Belisha beacons on the crossing outside Bargain Booze and Coral to more modern LED versions.The authority, which will confirm the action at its full council...
  
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